A Funny Thing Called Business: Recent Episodes
A Funny Thing Called Business
Can you keep a secret?! Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls.
chitchat #business #fun
In this episode, Clare, Darren, Kate, and Pete dive into the transformative turning points that have propelled their businesses forward. From networking to business coaching, they share personal stories and insights that reveal how these pivotal moments have shaped their entrepreneurial journeys.Also - people get involved as they were on LinkedIn Live whilst recording this episode!
They discuss: - The unexpected power of networking and the relationships that flourish from it - The life-changing impact of investing in business education - How the lockdown led to new opportunities and growth for their ventures - The importance of seeking help and taking yourself seriously as a business owner
As always, expect plenty of laughs and relatable anecdotes along the way!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
Follow the podcast on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber
Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://cudoscreative.co.uk/
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about the concept of Overpromising and Overdelivering within your business.
During the conversation, they cover:
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Why Overpromising and Overdelivering can be different for different clients
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How you can train yourself out of Overpromising and Overdelivering
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Is Overpromising and Overdelivering really a curse?
As always, there's laughs, smiles and giggles along the way!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
Follow the podcast on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber
Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://cudoscreative.co.uk/
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
The 'Launch Your Business Podcast' can be found here:
https://www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk/podcastlaunchcheckout/
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about what differentiate's them from their competition - and how you go about finding that out for yourself.
We discuss:
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The importance of finding YOUR difference in your business
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How being the cheapest or the biggest isn't necessarily the best way forward
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And why Kate wants to do a Naked Podcast!
As always, there's plenty of laughs and smiles along the way!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
Follow the podcast on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber
Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://cudoscreative.co.uk/
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Kate, Darren & Pete talk about whether or not there is such a thing as a good work / life balance.
They discuss:
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Is 'work / life balance' a worn-out phrase?
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Should all the barriers put around your work life, rather than your personal life?
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What is in Kate's Murky Soup?
As always, plenty of smiles and laughs across the way :0)
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
Follow the podcast on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber
Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://cudoscreative.co.uk/
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
This episode is sponsored by Element45
https://www.element45.co.uk/
IN this episode Clare, Darren, Kate and Pete talk about how to keep produtive and effricient when you're running your business:
They discuss:
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The challnges of being productive when your the sole worker in your company
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Is there a better part of the day for productivity?
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What constitutes 'a produtive day'?
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What aspect of efficiency drive Kate bonkers?
As always, there are plenty of laughs and smiles along the way!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
Follow the podcast on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber
Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://cudoscreative.co.uk/
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
This episode is sponsored by Element45
https://www.element45.co.uk/
On this episode, Clare, Kate, Darren & Pete welcome Paul Faulkner, co-founder of Element 45 to the podcast.
Paul discusses his journey to his current role - and how it worked with him leaving the corporate life behind and starting his own business in his 40's.
Of course, there's plenty of laughs and smiles along the way!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
Follow the podcast on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber
Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://cudoscreative.co.uk/
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
This episode is sponsored by Element45
https://www.element45.co.uk/
On this episode of the podcast Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about what is the right time to discount your prices and do deals with potential customers.
They discuss:
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Should you have something like 'mates rates'?
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Can a discount be damaging in the long term?
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What's got Pete all riled up?
As always, there are plenty of laughs and smiles along the way!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
Follow the podcast on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber
Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://cudoscreative.co.uk/
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clate - along with Darren, Kate & Pete - talk about falling in and out of love with your business.
This episode was recorded in the middle of November 2024, so we find out just how the four business owners are feeling about their own businesses in this quite turbulent time.
They cover:
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How do you cope when you're not feeling positive about the business?
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Why owning a business is a little like a marriage.
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What would Chat GPT call itself, instead of Chat GPT?
Of course, plenty of smiles and laughs along the way!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
Follow the podcast on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber
Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://cudoscreative.co.uk/
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
This episode is sponsored by Bondfield Marketing
https://www.instagram.com/bondfieldmarketing/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/bondfieldmarketing/
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about Exiting Your Business - not that any of tjem are on the verge of quitting!
They discuss whether or not you should have an exit plan in place when you start your business; what is the biggest challenge in creating an exit plan - and which one of the group is read to take up Shark Wrestling!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
Follow the podcast on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber
Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
This episode is sponsored by Bondfield Marketing
https://www.instagram.com/bondfieldmarketing/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/bondfieldmarketing/
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about being the face of your business.
The discuss:
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The challenges of 'putting yourself out there' when it comes to your business
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How much do you share, and what do you keep back?
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What does Weekend Clare look like?
Of course, there are plenty of smiles and laughs along the way too!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
Follow the podcast on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber
Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
This episode is sponsored by Bondfield Marketing
https://www.instagram.com/bondfieldmarketing/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/bondfieldmarketing/
On this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about making sure that you keep developing your skills within your business.
They'll discuss:
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Why 'Every day is a school day' applies more in your own business
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How you can keep on top of all of the changes in your industry
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Why does Clare have the OPPOSITE of Imposter Syndrome?
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What is it with Pete and a sty?
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
Follow the podcast on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber
Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
This episode is sponsored by Bondfield Marketing
https://www.instagram.com/bondfieldmarketing/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/bondfieldmarketing/
On this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about the issue of burnout - something which many business owners have to contend with!
They discuss:
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What are the signs of burnout
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How do we deal with it, or prevent it?
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Some of the challenges with having to cope with it whilst running our business
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Did Kate really have to go to Ibiza because of burnout?
As always, plenty of laughs along the way too!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
Follow the podcast on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber
Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
This episode is sponsored by Highlander Press:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/highlander-press/
https://www.facebook.com/highlanderpress
https://www.instagram.com/highlanderpress/
in this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about age.
Is there a right age to start a business? Can you be too old?
In this episode they discuss:
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Does age influence how you get started?
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Can you life experience actually work against you?
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What is 'other dimension' Kate up to now?
As always, there's plenty of vlue in this episode - as well as plenty to smile about.
Remember - you're not on your own!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
Follow the podcast on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber
Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
This episode is sponsored by Highlander Press:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/highlander-press/
https://www.facebook.com/highlanderpress
https://www.instagram.com/highlanderpress/
In this episode, Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about AI; how we currently interract with it, and whether it's due to put us all out of business any time soon.
The group discuss:
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Whether not we use AI in our business currently
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Are we in Camp Accept or Camp Fear
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Why AI is like 'Unexpected Item In Bagging Area'! :0)
As always, plenty of smiles and laughs along the way. No matter where you are in your business journey, we're here to show you that you're not alone!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
Follow the podcast on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber
Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
This episode is sponsored by Highlander Press:
https://highlanderpressbooks.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/highlander-press/
https://www.facebook.com/highlanderpress
https://www.instagram.com/highlanderpress/
In this episode Clare, Kate, Darren & Pete all look at what it means to be a leader within your business.
They discuss:
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The main challenges in being a leader, as well as a business owner
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When to realise that you are a leader
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How does 'leadership' differ between staff and freelancers?
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What's going on with Darren's pants?
As always, there are plenty of laughs and smiles along the way too. Listen right to the end for a little outtake from the recording!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
Follow the podcast on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber
Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
This episode is sponsored by Ark Media:
https://arkmedia.co.uk/
On this episode the group talk about The Customer Journey.
Should every business have one? How valuable is it? And how does it tie in with Kate's "mantra" being written on a wall somewhere in New Street station?
As well as plenty of opportunity to smile and laugh along, there are some great pieces of value in this episode too!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode of the podcast Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk all about video marketing.
The group discuss:
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How using yourself in marketing builds personal connection.
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Why video marketing brings personality and interaction.
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What is it with Darren and Spiderman?
As always, there are plenty of laughs along the way too!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk This episode is sponsored by Ark Media Group: https://arkmedia.co.uk/ info@arkmedia.co.uk
On this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete look to start the year off right (not that you should set goals JUST at the beginning of the year) by talking about Setting Business Goals.
In this episode, the group cover:
00:00 Business growth course led to ambitious goals.
06:21 Initial mindset against setting goals for business.
10:04 Be realistic, fail, but set goals anyway.
12:36 Importance of sharing vision and setting goals.
14:37 Regret over not investing in Apple stock.
18:49 Adapting goals, finding joy in achievement.
21:56 Setting more ambitious goals, constantly striving to improve.
26:42 Holistic goal setting for personal and business.
30:43 Achieving long-awaited goal brings endorphin rush.
31:56 Revisiting goals to stay on track.
35:10 Setting and achieving goals through motivation.
All of it, of course, done with a giggle along the way.
This is a great episode to get into to if you're a business owner and you're not sure WHY, HOW or WHEN you should be setting goals for your business.
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk This episode is sponsored by United Carpets:
On this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about Recurring Income; what is it? How do you start it? How do you maintain it?
All of these questions and more will be answered in this episode - as well as some laughs along the way too!
KEY MOMENTS
00:00 Web designer discusses introducing retainer model for regular income and client updates.
06:28 Created subscription service for creative resource. Cut out admin, sell studio time.
09:53 Idea for recurring income from long-term clients through podcasts.
11:18 Be confident, set boundaries in business.
14:33 Embracing bespoke, strategic approach for recurring income.
19:48 Balancing client benefits and payments is key for maintaining value and satisfaction.
22:05 Confidence, clarity in business, promotion of United Carpets. Challenges in offering recurring packages.
27:00 Podcasting changes, adding services to packages.
27:59 Many newsletters, new service, value for clients, work with web app.
32:57 Encouraging businesses to set up recurring income and promoting a podcast.
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk This episode is sponsored by Naeem Arif and United Carpets, which can be found here: https://www.unitedcarpetsandbeds.com/
On this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete go through just some of the questions that we gathered at the Greater Birmingham Chamber Business Expo from a few weeks ago.
They discuss:
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the biggest PR disasters that they faced - or nearly faced!
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myths in marketing
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the do's and don'ts of rebranding your business
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does Birmingham do enough to shout about it's creative businesses?
As always, it's always done with a smile and a laugh along the way!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk This episode is sponsored by Naeem Arif and United Carpets, which can be found here: https://www.unitedcarpetsandbeds.com/
In this episode the group are live from the Birmingham Expo at Edgbaston Cricket Ground.
They spoke about the Do's & Don't of Public Speaking - and also asked for advice from a couple of the speakers on the day - Steve Sandycock, Chris Brewerton, and Henrietta Brealey.
We'll hear about:
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the need for prep when it comes to public speaking
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the big turn-offs for the froup when they're attending a presentation
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how to deal with those pre-speaking nerves
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and why a 60-second networking speech can be helped by a wedding!
So, grab your notepads and get ready to take away invaluable insights from the Birmingham Expo, public speaking - and some laughs along the way as usual!
Steve Sandycock can be found here:
linkedin.com/in/steve-sandercock
Henrietta Brealey can be found here:
linkedin.com/in/henrietta-brealey-86263b33
Chris Brewerton can be found here:
linkedin.com/in/chris-brewerton-6a6a4b42
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Kate, Darren, Pete and (special guest!) Anita talk through Traditional Marketing.
They discuss:
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What do we mean by traditional marketing? And does it differ industry to industry?
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What is the power of traditional marketing on potential clients?
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Top tips for getting your traditional marketing right
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When did traditional marketing lead to one of the team not being able to go to the bathroom alone for three days?
As always, it's a great discussion with plenty of value - and quite a few laughs along the way!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk Anita Ellis can be found here: https://lexicomm.co.uk/
In this episode, it's the turn of Podcast Pete (the man who produces this podcast) to sit in the hot seat and be Asked Anything!
Hear him talk about why businesses and brands should think about podcasts, and the benefit they bring to a company's digital marketing strategy.
Also, we'll hear
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why a trip to the seaside didn't end well for one podcaster
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how Pete believes that everyone has a story worth telling
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what is the one Big Tip that Pete shares about podcasting.
As always, plenty of great advice - and some chuckles along the way!
This should appear at the end of every episode's show notes Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
On this episode, it's the turn of Darren Langley to face a grilling from Clare, Kate & Pete
Darren talks through the formation of the business, whilst also covering:
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His thoughts on the website creation platforms, such as Wix and Squarespace
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The big Webby No-No's from other business websites
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What his OWN website is like...
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And why a plumber isn't always a plumber!
Plus, as always, lots of laughs along the way!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
On this episode of MonkeyPants Productions, we sit down with Kate, the graphic designer and branding expert business owner of the group.
Kate shares how to be successful in creative branding while emphasizing the importance of asking the right questions, understanding business growth, and processes.
She stresses the need to visualize what the company represents and translate that into the brand's colors, graphics, and overall essence.
She believes that being oneself, even if it comes across as "bonkers," is the best way to be creative and shares her graphic design superpower.
Finally, Kate advises others to get a coach and shares her first-time experiences, including going on photo shoots for clients.
It's your chance to find out a little more about Kate Curry, while she faces questions from Clare, Darren and Pete!
As always, there are plenty of laughs and lighter moments along the way!
This should appear at the end of every episode's show notes Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Darren, Kate and Pete turn the tables and ask the questions to Clare.
It's Ask Me Anything!
Find out just what made Clare become a coach, what is the one piece of business advice she gives EVERY client - and how she manages to turn her phone off for 3 weeks at a time!
As always, lots of laughs - as well as some great business advice too.
Change Your Life In 7 Days by Paul McKenna - https://www.waterstones.com/book/change-your-life-in-seven-days/paul-mckenna/9781787632813
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete discuss their experiences of scaling up their businesses. They talk about the challenges of pushing boundaries and taking risks, but also the rewards that come with it. They share their different approaches to scaling up, from taking a slow and steady approach to growing organically. The group emphasizes the importance of making a plan, even if it doesn't pan out the way you expected, and the need to overcome fear and take bold steps towards growth. They also discuss the silver linings of scaling up, such as having more freedom and achieving financial freedom. All of this and more, with a laugh and a smile along the way! Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E Gerber - https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-e-myth-revisited/michael-e-gerber/9780887307287 This episode is sponsored by the Sutton Coldfield Community Games - https://community-games.uk/
On this episode Clare, Kate, Darren & Pete discuss Values.
Well - most of the group do; SOMEONE confesses that they don't really have them!
There are also discussion around:
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How to avoid the cliches of values
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Why you need to live your values, rather than just list them
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Who the values are for - your team, your clients or just you?
As always, there's plenty in this episode that you can take away and start using in your own business - with lots of smiles along the way!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
On this episode Clare, Darren, Kate and Pete talk about packages.
As far as Clare is concerned, they are vital for so many businesses!
In this episode, you'll hear about:
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the importance of packages for your business
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whether you create the packages for you or the client first
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how you can get your hands on a very interesting reverse camera!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Kate, Darren & Pete look back at how their businesses were affected by the global pandemic - and what is different now about being a business owner.
You'll hear:
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Why it wasn't all negative for certain businesses
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What lessons you can take from the pandemic, as a business owner, and what to do differently if it ever happens again
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Which member of the group developed a new appreciation for the online meeting!
All of it, of course, delivered with a cheeky glint in the eye and a few nods to humour.
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk This episode is sponsored by the Sutton Fun Run: https://www.royalsuttonfunrun.org/
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate and Pete talk about the latest apps that they're using in their respective businesses.
They talk about some of the challenges in choosing the right app - and how much is TOO MUCH to pay?!?
Of course, there are plenty of giggles along the way too, including a song that will get lodged in your head for the rest of the day!
Google Workspace - https://workspace.google.com/
Trello - https://trello.com/
Clockify - https://clockify.me/
Asana - https://asana.com/
Zoho - https://www.zoho.com/
Shift - https://tryshift.com/
GoCardless - https://gocardless.com/
Stripe - https://stripe.com/
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
On this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about negotiating.
Do you do it? Do you clients do it a lot to you? If so, what do you say?
In this episode, you'll find out:
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Is there ever a time when you should negotiate with clients?
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What the correct response is when you don't want to negotiate
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What do kidneys have to do with it all?
Plenty to learn and laugh about in this episode. Tell your friends!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk This episode is sponsored by Kate Hollingsworth Photography. Get in touch with Kate here: linkedin.com/in/kate-hollingsworth
On this episode Clare, Kate, Darren, Pete and special guest and show sponsor Kate Hollingsworth talk about stress.
Obviously, stress and it's effects are no laughing matter - and the group talk about the stressful moments they've had as business owners - whilst still looking for the lighter side of coping with stress.
They talk about:
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is being a business owner a stressful thing? If so, does it ever end?
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How do you cope with stress; face it head on and absorb it?
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Why you should 'trust the process'
As always, there's plenty in here to make you smile, but also plenty of advice that you can take onto your own business journey.
If you're feeling stressed and its adversely affecting your business and personal life there are resources:
https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/mental-health-issues/stress/?WT.mc_id=Stress&gclid=CjwKCAjw-rOaBhA9EiwAUkLV4jbxjtzBBc7h4pS5PNw3s1aLzF4oHhyg7oRmpgJiZeISVHted6b6KRoCbAkQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds#support
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk Kate Hollingsworth can be found here: linkedin.com/in/kate-hollingsworth
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about the thin line that all business owners have to walk along - the work / life balance.
What are some of the challenges in trying to achieve it?
Can you ever really switch off from your business?
What's the best place to have a home office?
What's the ONE thing that all business owners should be doing to try and achieve a good work / life balance?
All of these questions - and so much more - will be answered right here. Plus, as always, there'll be some laughs along the way!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode we look back at just how far we've come in 2022, with excerpts from the episodes on Tax, Visibility, Exhibiting, Presentations, Campaigns, Pet Hates and Launching.
If you've ever wondered if anyone is going through what you're going through as a business owners, listen in and know that you're not on your own!
This episode is sponsored by Kate Hollingsworth Photography:
https://katehollingsworth.co.uk
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, along with Darren, Kate, Pete and special guest Kate Hollingsworth, talk about visibility.
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What does visibility mean when it comes to your business?
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Is there a RIGHT and WRONG way to be visible?
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What do the group see as the biggest challenge?
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And which one of them wants to just 'Let It All Hang Out'
As always, there is a lot of value in this episode - but also plenty to laugh at too!
Remember - as a business owner, you're not alone!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk Kate Hollingsworth can be found here: https://katehollingsworth.co.uk/branding/
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about the things that bother them about running a business; their Pet Hates.
Find out which social media platform is bothering Clare, who is calling Kate, how Pete deals with late night messages, which of the group has an email folder labelled 'Bin' and what has any of this got to do with jazz?
This is a good one!
This should appear at the end of every episode's show notes Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
On this episode Clare, Darren (he's back!), Kate & Pete talk about exhibtions. What is the benefit of attending, or showing, at a business exhibtion? What should your aim be as a delegate? When is the best time to go to a business exhibition? Also, what does Fart Spray have to do with it all?
As always, there's plenty of stories, examples and memories to make you, as a business owner, realise that you're not on your own!
Also, there's a reference to something from the last episode, so here's a link to that too!
https://traffic.libsyn.com/afunnythingcalledbusiness/Presentations.mp3
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
Follow the podcast on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber
Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Kate and Pete (Darren was away, but with them in spirit) talk about presenting and presentations.
Things covered in this episode:
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How do you prepare for a presentation?; -
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What can you do, if anything, to deal with the nerves?
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How do you create a great 60-second pitch for a networking meeting?
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Does 'winging it' ever work?
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Also - what does Spider-man and Amsterdam have to do with it all?
This episode is sponsored by Grant McKnight, who can be found here:
LinkedIn:
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grantmcknight/
Twitter: @GrantMcKnightUK
FB: https://www.facebook.com/GrantMcknight.UK
Insta: @grantmcknightaccountants
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
Follow the podcast on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber
Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
On this episode Clare, Darren, Kate and Pete look at Launching - whether it's a product, service or your business as a whole.
There's some great advice about the best way to go about a launch - and the big no-no that so many people make with their launch!
Plus - what has ET, injections and breaking wind got to do with Launching?
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
Follow the podcast on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber
Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
If you want to see someone play ET - The Video Game, here you go!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPnmewxetNA
In this episode Clare, along with Darren, Kate & Pete, talk about campaigns; what's worked, what hasn't - and what you'd rather forget!
So - what have vacuum cleaners got to do with it all, which one of the group starts to buffer mid-answer, and who delivered 1,000 leaflets with their name spelled incorrectly!
Also - Darren mentions a previous episode, all about Google Ads. You can find that episode here:
https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/afunnythingcalledbusiness/Google_Ads.mp3
This episode is sponsored by Grant McKnight, who can be found here:
LinkedIn:
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grantmcknight/
Twitter: @GrantMcKnightUK
FB: https://www.facebook.com/GrantMcknight.UK
Insta: @grantmcknightaccountants
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
Follow the podcast on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber
Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode, listen to Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about tax - and the challenges, silver linings and funny stories around Tax.
Find out why Pete's Star Wars DVD's matter so much, who tried to claim a speedboat on their tax returns - and what do dogs think about taxation?
As always, there are some great tips and advice for you and your business - delivered with a smile!
Tripcatcher - https://www.tripcatcherapp.com/
This episode is sponsored by Grant McKnight, who can be found here:
LinkedIn:
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grantmcknight/
Twitter: @GrantMcKnightUK
FB: https://www.facebook.com/GrantMcknight.UK
Insta: @grantmcknightaccountants
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Kate Curry can be found here:
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Pete Morgan can be found here:
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In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about making goals; do we still do it, is it important for the success of your business - and which one of the group blurs the boundaries between goals for their business and goals in their personal life?
Listen, laugh and learn that you're not alone - and how to be a better business owner!
This episode is sponsored by Grant McKnight, who can be found here:
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Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about The Joy Of Texts! Those times when texts and WhatsApp messages have impacted on you running your business.
As well as talking about the times that we've said 'I love you' to the wrong person, or starting using emojis during a pitching conversation, the guys will also help you set up boundaries with your clients about when they should be getting in touch, as well as productivity tips if use messaging on your phone to get in touch with clients.
Listen in - and laugh along!
This episode is sponsored by Grant McKnight, who can be found here:
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Twitter: @GrantMcKnightUK
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Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete go through those conversations you've had with clients, customers and suppliers that maybe were a little difficult, or awkward. Maybe you'd even like to forget a couple of them?
As well as declarations of love, relationship breakup mixups and issues with accents there's also some great practical advice about dealing with your clients that you can put into practise straight away!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Daren, Kate & Pete talk about the perils, problems and palavers with planning within your business.
What kind of plan should you have?
How often do you need to plan?
What kind of things should you plan for?
Will Trello ever listen to Darren and sponsor this podcast?
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about the ups and down of selling!
How is it for you within your business? Do you have a system and a process for selling your business - and would you want to buy a kitchen from Kate?
As well as some great excuses to laugh, there's some genuine business advice that you can put to use straight away!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about ratings and reviews for your business.
When should you ask for them?
What they should and shouldn't include!
How much you can guide your client in writing their reviews.
Plus, what does a horses head and the name Phil have to do with it all?
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about using apps - whether on a mobile device or your desktop - and how useful they are to the success of your business.
The big question is, though - which is Darren's favourite app? Listen to the episode and see if you can hear it. (HINT - He mentions it about 50,000 times!)
Here's a full list of the apps mentioned by name:
Snapseed - https://snapseed.online
Zoom - https://zoom.us
Xero - https://www.xero.com/uk/
Trello - https://trello.com
Typeform - https://www.typeform.com
If This Then That (IFTTT) - https://ifttt.com/home
Zapier - https://zapier.com
Feedly - https://feedly.com
Buffer - https://buffer.com
DropBox - https://www.dropbox.com/home
Tesla - https://www.tesla.com/en_gb
Evernote - https://evernote.com
Monday - https://monday.com
Hootsuite - https://signuptoday.hootsuite.com
Asana - https://asana.com
Receipt Bank - https://dext.com/uk/receipt-bank
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Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
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https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
IN this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about getting stuff OFF your desk and ONTO someone's else's - Delegating and Outsourcing!
Why should you do it? How much of it should you delegate? When is the right time to do it? All the answers are here.
Also, hear which one of the group finds solace in Homes Under The Hammer, and who is called 'lazy' by their own family!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about the business social media platform, LinkedIn.
They discuss the different approaches to it, whether or not accepting all connections is the right way, new rules that should be brought in to LinkedIn - and which of the group dons a DISGUISE when they go on LinkedIn?
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about meetings.
Whether they're virtual or face-to-face, they're a big part of being a business owner.
So - what challenges have the group had with meetings? What do they see as the silver linings of the virtual meetings that so many of us have had to do over the past few months.
Also, why is Kate growling?
This episode is sponsored by the Sutton Coldfield Chamber of Commerce, who can be found here:
Sutton Coldfield Chamber of Commerce
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about homeschooling AND running a business. Something that so many business owners are experiencing right now.
They talk about their favourite memories, things they wished they had known, silver linings - as well as practical advice for you and your business.
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk through their plans for 2021 - and how other business owners can use their methods too.
As always, there's plenty to smile about in here; why is Clare a witch, what has Darren done with his children, and how does Pete react when he's finished a phone call with a client?
Plus, there's plenty of business advice for you, no matter what the size of your company is.
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about the issue of taking time away from your business.
Do you do it? How easy do you find it? And what is Clare's problem with Candy Crush?
Find out more in this great episode, with plenty of smiles and laughs - and lovely business advice!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete look at the first 12 months of a business.
What lessons did we learn?
What mistakes did we make?
What would we do differently?
Of course, plenty to takeaway from this episode - and plenty of reasons to smile too. Plus, find out what a 'podcast mugging' is!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
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https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about Virtual Business Networking, which has become much more of a norm in 2020.
What are some of the embarrassing things that they've seen - or had happen to them - during the course of an online networking meeting? And how does Star Trek fit into it all?
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about Google Ads.
Have they used them? Do they work? How can you make them work for you? Which ones have you seen that haven't quite worked?
All this and more comes under the microscope in another laugh-out-loud episode
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode, we talk about your prices! How difficult was the process in setting them? What have been some of the reactions from prospective clients?
Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete tell some of their funny and embarrassing stories about them, their businesses and pricing!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode, we look at the lighter side of naming, or branding your business or company.
Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete all met on zoom to talk through this special time in the life of any business
How did our panel do it? Is there anything that they regret?
Also, there is some great tips to bear in mind when it comes to naming YOUR business.
Just remember to always look on the bright side!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Clare Whalley can be found here:
https://meta4coaching.co.uk
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https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate and Pete talk about what they've learned - both professionally and personally - during the lockdown, and what behaviours they will take forward to the 'new normal' (even though Clare doesn't like that phrase!)
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode, recorded again while our four business owners are still in lockdown, we talk about positive action.
Have we take any? Have we seen other businesses taken any? How can we 'spread it around'?
Listen to Clare, Darren, Kate and Phil Pete talk through the funny side of business
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode, we talk about routines, particularly during the coronavirus outbreak.
How has the lockdown affected your routines, whether it's business or personal? Do you have routines that have fallen by the wayside - or have you developed new ones?
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Clare Whalley can be found here:
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Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode, we discuss the competition. Those people who do just what we do - but not in quite the same way that we do it.
Who are they? Should we pay attention to them? Have any of them come to you, asking how much you charge? That happened to one of us!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about their funny experiences with networking.
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun
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Clare Whalley can be found here:
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Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here:
www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode, Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about Facebook.
How they've used it in their business, and the times that their dealings with the network haven't completely gone to plan!
Listen as they talk about some of the funny incidents they've had with Facebook Live, Facebook Ads - and hashtags!
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts & share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls.
#chitchat #business #fun
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Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk
Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk
In this episode, Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about the people, without whom they wouldn't survive - the customers.
Listen as they talk about the funny situations that they've had to deal with - and how you keep a straight face whilst dealing with the (sometimes) downright bizarre.
Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls.
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https://meta4coaching.co.uk
Darren Langley can be found here:
https://www.darrenlangley.com
Kate Curry can be found here:
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This is the business podcast that you've been waiting for...
Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls.